What are my chances of getting into University of Michigan?

Chance Me / Match Me!
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<p>What are my chances of getting into University of Michigan for Biology (College of Literature, Science and the Arts)? Regular decision is rolling admissions until February 1st.
Considering how weak my application is, I was wondering if I should even bother applying.
If I still have a chance, I can get my application submitted by January 10th.
If not, I would like to instead spend my time strengthening my supplemental application for schools to which I am more likely to be accepted.
Here are my stats:</p>

<p>Average: 91.2 (Converts to approx 3.6) unweighted (My H.S. does not calculate weighted average or class rank)
SAT: 2170 (Critical Reading 690, Math 790, Writing 790)
SAT Subjects: Chemistry 740, Math Level 2 800, Physics 760
Did not take ACT
No APs</p>

<p>Courses taken
9th grade: Biology, Freshman English, Spanish 2, Global History 1, Geometry, Math Research, Art Appreciation, Intermediate String Orchestra, Regular Phys Ed & Swimming
10th grade: Chemistry, Classical Literature & Modern European Literature, Spanish 3, Global History 2, Trigonometry, Technical Drawing (Drafting), Computer Science, Biological Laboratory Techniques, Advanced String Orchestra, Regular Phys Ed
11th grade: Physics, Early & Late American Literature, Spanish 4 (Conversational Spanish), US History, Pre-calculus, Health, Robotics, Advanced String Orchestra, Rollerblading Phys Ed & Polar Bear (Running) Phys Ed
Current Courses / 12th grade: AP Chemistry, AP Calculus AB, Economics, Nutritional Science, Poetry Workshop, Symphonic Orchestra, Ballroom Dancing Phys Ed</p>

<p>My school is one of the best public schools in the NYC area.</p>

<p>One of the only good points about my transcript is my improvement (assuming they sit down and calculate it year by year...) I started out with an 88.6 or so in freshman year and worked my way up to 91.2.</p>

<p>Extracurriculars are terrible:
Pharmacy Volunteer in a hospital 11th and 12th
Youth orchestra 10th and 11th
teacher in the nursery at my church 10th to 12th
National honor society 11th and 12th
Red cross 12th
participated in a science summer camp at a nationally renowned research lab - summer between 10th and 11th
teacher at a nonprofit organization summer bible camp for disabled children - also summer between 10th and 11th
varsity lacrosse 10th and 12th
school's annual music production 10th to 12th
school's official dance club 11th and 12th</p>

<p>Do I have a chance? Also, I guess it's important to note that a lot of people from my school applied (most of them probably have much better stats)</p>

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<p>Yeah the ECs leave a little to be desired. GPA and SAT just cut it. I’d say it’s a medium reach.</p>

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<p>I actually think your EC’s are pretty solid, even for Michigan. Your GPA is also kick-ass, so no worries there, I think you should definitely apply! I’d bet you get in :)</p>

<p>Check out my thread: <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/what-my-chances/1443598-chance-me-marist-college.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/what-my-chances/1443598-chance-me-marist-college.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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<p>Thanks for your replies!
BUMP</p>

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<p>I believe UMich only consider GPA from sophomore and junior year. You may want to recalculate/re-estimate your GPA by that way.</p>

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<p>Oh that’s interesting, I wasn’t aware there were colleges who differed in that aspect. Actually my 91.2 is calculated as of junior year (my school hasn’t yet calculated with senior grades), but thanks for that info! :)</p>

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<p>I think you have a good chance for UMich LSA.</p>

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<p>Really? Okay, I guess I’ll apply. Thanks so much for the feedback! It’s time to start my supp now hehe</p>

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<p>Here’s my specs. I got into Michigan. Hope that helps. I think its medium reach I think.
<a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/what-my-chances/1431911-chance-me-colleges-plz.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/what-my-chances/1431911-chance-me-colleges-plz.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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<p>Oh… Well your overall app looks amazing haha. I guess UMich is a high reach for me, I better get working on it fast. Thanks a lot!</p>

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<p>@billcsho Michigan looks at all grades, including freshman year.</p>

<p>Unfortunately, I believe Michigan is a reach for you at this point of time. Your GPA is below average, and your course rigor seems to be very underwhelming. Out of state residency doesn’t help much either.</p>

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<p>Yeah I figured, but I still ended up applying (I submitted my app yesterday). Can’t hurt to have 1 more reach school… Thanks for your opinion though! :)</p>